Hiking Trail

Pochersee and Knappenhaus

Silz
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Key facts
1:30 h Duration
2.89 km Length
284 m Ascent
284 m Descent
2,015 m Max. altitude
1,731 m Min. altitude
Stamina
Landscape
Quality of Experience
Best Season
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Description

ISSBRÜCKE -> Knappenhaus -> POCHERSEE

Map & elevation profile

ISSBRÜCKE -> Knappenhaus -> POCHERSEE

From the Issbrücke shortly after Mareil, it goes up steeply on the hiking trail to the Upper Issalm (not operated) and from there continuing with a slight ascent to the Knappenhaus with stamp mill. The Knappenhaus is partially accessible as a small museum and provides interesting insights into the life and work of the miners from 350 years ago. Below the path lies the Pochersee.

Return is via the same path.

Author's tip
A rest and snack by the lake is a must for all connoisseurs! Please take your trash home with you!

Regions & Places

Austria (Country)
Tyrol (Province)
Bezirk Imst (District)
Innsbruck region (Tourism area)
Silz (Commune)

Mountain areas

Alps (Mountain area)
Stubai Alps (Mountain area)
Modified at 24.03.2026 · Created at 24.08.2016

Characteristics

Out and back
Scenic
Cultural/historical interest
Flora
Insider tip

Way types

Pfad 2.89 km

Safety guidelines

Moderate mountain trail; suitable for sure-footed and experienced mountain hikers; good physical fitness, mountain experience and climbing equipment (see under equipment) necessary. Please check the current weather report at: https://www.oetztal.com/de/sommer.html

Additional information

More info about hiking in the Ötztal: https://www.oetztal.com/wandern

Recommended maps

Kompass #043 | Ötztal Alps Ötztal, Pitztal | 1:50,000

From the Issbrücke shortly after Mareil, it goes up steeply on the hiking trail to the Upper Issalm and from there continuing with a slight ascent to the Knappenhaus with stamp mill. The Knappenhaus is partially accessible as a small museum and provides interesting insights into the life and work of the miners from 350 years ago. Below the path lies the Pochersee.

Return is via the same path.

Public transit

Travel comfortably and safely by train to the Ötztal train station. The final stop or exit point is the ÖTZTAL station. Afterwards, travel conveniently and quickly with public transport or local taxi companies through the entire valley to your desired destination! The current bus schedule can be found at: http://fahrplan.vvt.at

Starting point

Issbrücke parking lot

Getting there

Car journey to ÖTZTAL. Located in Tyrol, the ÖTZTAL branches off southwards as the longest side valley of the Eastern Alps. Traveling by car takes visitors through the Inn Valley to the valley entrance and further along the Ötztal. In addition to the toll motorway, country roads can also be used. With the route planner, your trip can be quickly and easily determined: To the route planner: https://www.google.at/maps

Parking

  • Issbrücke parking lot, about 5 km after Ochsengarten, shortly after the Mareil junction.

Coordinates

10.978961, 47.224306
Plan arrival

Appropriate equipment such as breathable and weather-appropriate outdoor clothing, ankle-high hiking boots, wind, rain and sun protection, hat, possibly gloves, is required for all hikes and routes. Carrying a first aid kit, a mobile phone and possibly a hiking map, as well as sufficient provisions for hikes without the possibility to refresh, is necessary.